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Household Manager & Family Assistant Jobs

Looking for Household Manager jobs or Family Assistant jobs that match your skills, experience, and career aspirations? Holgate Nannies is here to help.

Working as a Household Manager is more than just overseeing a home; it’s about creating a well-run, organised environment where families can thrive. Whether you're managing schedules, supervising household staff, or ensuring everything runs smoothly, this role requires professionalism, attention to detail, and a passion for making a difference.

Family Assistant jobs are becoming increasingly popular as busy families look for flexible, hands-on professionals who can support both household management and childcare responsibilities. Working as a family assistant involves coordinating school schedules, managing errands, assisting with household organisation, and providing childcare support when needed. Family assistants play a vital role in helping households run smoothly, making these roles ideal for organised, proactive professionals who enjoy working closely with families.

Holgate Nannies specialises in placing experienced professionals in roles where they’re valued and supported. With our deep understanding of both household management and childcare, we take the stress out of job searching by matching you with families who appreciate your expertise.
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Who We Are

Holgate Nannies is an established agency dedicated to placing skilled nannies, household managers and family assistants with families across the UK and Europe. Founded by Lauren Holgate, an experienced childcare professional, the agency has built a reputation for providing high-calibre candidates to families who need trusted support.

Lauren’s background in childcare and recruitment means she understands the unique demands of modern family life and household management. Her hands-on approach ensures that every nanny, household manager and family assistant are placed in roles where they can truly thrive. Families trust Holgate Nannies because we prioritise professionalism, discretion, and a personal touch in every placement.

Household Manager Job Roles

If you're searching for Household Manager Jobs, it's essential to understand what the role entails. Household managers take on a variety of responsibilities, depending on the family’s needs, but typically, duties include:

•  Overseeing the day-to-day operations of a household
•  Managing and coordinating household staff
•  Organising schedules, appointments, and events
•  Supervising housekeeping, maintenance, and security
•  Handling household budgets, expenses, and inventories
•  Liaising with suppliers, tradespeople, and service providers
•  Ensuring a smooth, organised, and efficient home environment

A household manager must be proactive, resourceful, and highly organised. No two days are the same, and the role suits professionals who thrive in a dynamic setting. Whether you’re managing a large estate or a busy family home, your expertise ensures everything runs seamlessly.

Family Assistant Job Roles

If you're searching for Family Assistant jobs, it's important to understand the variety and flexibility the role can offer. Family Assistants provide a blend of childcare and household support, helping busy families manage their daily routines more efficiently. Depending on the family’s needs, responsibilities typically include:

• Assisting with childcare duties, including school runs and activity planning
• Supporting busy parents with day-to-day household organisation
• Preparing children’s meals, snacks, and school bags
• Managing family schedules, appointments, and diaries
• Helping with light housekeeping, laundry, and tidying children’s areas
• Running errands, shopping, and coordinating household tasks
• Providing after-school support, homework assistance, and routine management
• Creating a calm, organised, and well-managed home environment

A Family Assistant must be adaptable, proactive, and highly organised, with the ability to balance childcare and household responsibilities seamlessly. The role is ideal for professionals who enjoy variety and thrive in a busy family setting. Whether supporting working parents, caring for school-aged children, or helping to keep the home running smoothly, Family Assistants play an essential role in modern family life.
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Why Work with Us?

Securing the right Household Manager or Family Assistant role goes beyond finding a job - it’s about discovering a position that aligns with your strengths, experience, and working style. Holgate Nannies offers a personalised placement service to ensure you are matched with a role where you feel appreciated, supported, and set up for long-term success.

Personalised Matching Process

Every household is unique, and so is every candidate. That’s why we take the time to understand your experience, preferences, and career goals. We only match you with roles that align with your skills, personality, and professional aspirations.

Thorough Vetting and High Standards

Families trust Holgate Nannies because we have a rigorous screening process. This means you’ll be placed in professional, well-managed households where expectations are clear, and your role is respected.

Ongoing Support

We don’t just place you in a role and walk away. We offer continued support to ensure both you and the family are happy with the arrangement. Whether you need guidance, contract advice, or career development tips, we’re here to help.

Take the Next Step

If you're ready to find Household Manager jobs or Family Assistant jobs that truly suit you, Holgate Nannies is the perfect place to start. Lauren Holgate’s expertise and hands-on approach mean you’ll be supported at every stage of the process.
Get in touch today to discuss your experience, career goals, and the kind of household that would be the right fit for you. Let’s find you a role where your skills are valued, and your work makes a real difference.

Contact Holgate Nannies today and take the next step in your Household Manager or Family Assistant career.
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We have asked Holgate nannies for help finding nannies more than once with different profiles and needs (live in, live out, temporary) and every time we were very happy with the profiles presented and with the professionalism of the company. We are especially happy that we were listened to, even if sometimes the suggestion was not to hire a nanny after all at that particular time. The approach is very personal and very tailored and the matches were spot on. We will come back for sure :)
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I tried to go the route of finding a nanny family privately and hadn’t had the best experience. So I contacted Holgate Nannies and signed up with the agency. I can’t praise Holgate Nannies enough! I would recommend to all Nannies and Families looking for a Nanny in Europe to go through this agency. Lauren has a unique gift to match families to Nannies and her thoroughness, expertise and attention to detail is what sets her apart from other agencies. Thank you Holgate Nannies!
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If you are looking for the best nanny agency in the Netherlands, look no further. I’ve worked as a nanny with many different agencies over a period of twenty years, and Holgate Nannies is among the best. Lauren Holgate takes the time to get to know the nanny and family in a highly thorough manner. She provides support and excellent communication throughout the placement process and thereafter. I’m grateful for all of her hard work and expertise!
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Great agency! I met the owner at a conference and have been working with her since, she is disciplined, detail oriented and committed to excellence, highly recommend
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Having been registered with a few nanny agencies in the past, Holgate nannies has been by far the best experience I've had. Lauren and Ella put in a huge amount of effort and time into finding me the right family and their knowledge of the nanny industry is extensive. I learnt many things from both of them during my journey with Holgate and could not have been happier with the hard work they put into finding me a suitable role. Whether you are a family or a nanny, I can highly recommend their services.
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My husband and I used Holgate Nannies to find a part-time nanny (3 days/week) for our 1 year old daughter. Our experience in working with the founder, Lauren, was very positive -- she was extremely professional and very knowledgeable about the industry, and helped guide us through the entire process. She was clear about timelines/expectations/costs, and after a series of CV reviews and interviews, was able to connect us with an amazing nanny who we love, who has now been with us for just over 6 months. Would definitely recommend to anyone seeking a professional nanny in NL!
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Have had such a wonderful experience working with this agency as a nanny. Feel very cared for and Lauren is obviously very experienced and knowledgeable about what the parents, kids and Nannies all need to work together happily. Couldn’t recommend more!
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